Murphy's Oyster Bar #2

3821 Nw Blitchton Rd, Ocala, FL 34475

Seafood

Last inspected: Dec 27, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Dec 27, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 is from Dec 27, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 12 violations to closer to one violation per visit.

The city-wide average for Ocala sits at 78, putting Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two boxes of pesticide strips stored on top of soft drink syrup boxes in kitchen. manager removed pesticide boxes. **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on cutting boards in kitchen.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no oyster consumer advisory posted. Manager posted new oyster signs. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in dry goods storage area **Repeat Violation**

51-11-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in dishwash area

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on exterior of walk-in-freezer door. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle. Manager removed tongs **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled with grease/oil. Observed mold like substance on the underside of the non food contact surface of the nozzles on the soda dispensing machine at server station. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels not removed from food containers after cleaning on the clean ware rack. **Repeat Violation**

16-46-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed discharge pipe from sink disconnected from drainage pipe. When dishmachine discharges water, some of the water drains on to the floor through the disconnected pipe.

29-08-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in a manner not allowed to dry.

42-01-4

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Oct 4, 2022

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.

View 18 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 on file is from Dec 27, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Murphy's Oyster Bar #2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Murphy's Oyster Bar #2 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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